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TEXAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 13, 2018 1:30 P.M.
CONSENT AGENDA
* Approval of minutes — February 6, 2018
* Confirmation of board and commission member appointments
A) Approve the purchase of two waste water pumps from Weisinger Inc., of Conroe, for use
at the Wall & Avenue C Lift Station
B) Approve the renewal of a lease agreement with Some Other Place
C) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Legacy Community
Development Corporation
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BEAUMONT
TEXAS
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Todd Simoneaux, Chief Financial Officer
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2018
REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a resolution approving the purchase of two waste
water pumps from Weisinger Inc., of Conroe, for use at the Wall &
Avenue C Lift Station.
BACKGROUND
The Wall & Avenue C Lift Station has four pumps. Two pumps in the station were replaced in
March 2015 and have operated consistently. The proposed purchase of two additional pumps of
similar make and model as those purchased in 2015 will complete the replacement of the pumps at
this station. The cost to replace this equipment is $60,858.
Pricing was obtained from Weisinger Incorporated as a sole source provider.
FUNDING SOURCE
Water Utilities Fund.
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of the resolution.
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the City Council hereby approves the purchase of two (2) submersible waste
water pumps for use by the Water Utilities Department from Weisinger Incorporated, of
Conroe, Texas, a sole source provider, in the amount of $60,858.00.
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in
strict compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter
551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 13th day of
February, 2018.
- Mayor Becky Ames -
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BEAUMONT
TEXAS
TO: City Council
FROM: Todd Simoneaux
PREPARED BY: Chief Financial Officer
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2018
REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider the renewal of a lease agreement with Some Other
Place.
BACKGROUND
Some Other Place (SOP) was founded in 1968 by the local religious community to meet the
unfulfilled emergency needs of the poor and hurting residents of the Beaumont community. It is
an ecumenical mission where people of all faiths come together for an urban ministry to provide
services of all types to people who find themselves in emergency situations. All services are
offered at no charge to the recipients.
In March of 1998, SOP entered into a 20 year lease agreement with the City for property located in
the 1200 block of McFaddin. Since that time, SOP has constructed a 7,000 -square foot social
services building on the property and has maintained it in accordance with the lease agreement.
That lease agreement had an option to renew the lease for another 20 years at the same terms and
conditions if requested in writing by the lessor. The lessor has requested, in writing, that the lease
be renewed.
It is recommended that the City exercise its option for an additional 20 year lease. The total rent
under this renewed lease is $10,500, which shall be paid as follows: $1,000 upon execution of the
lease and $500 per year for the remaining 19 years of the lease. Lease payments will be due
before May 1 of each year.
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of the resolution.
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the City Manager be and he is hereby authorized to execute an option to
renew the twenty (20) year lease extension between the City of Beaumont and Some
Other Place, Inc., substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit "A," in the amount
of $10,500.00. The extension includes the option to renew for an additional twenty (20)
year term thereafter.
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in
strict compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter
551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 13th day of
February, 2018.
- Mayor Becky Ames -
LEASE AGREEMENT
STATE OF TEXAS §
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:
COUNTY OF JEFFERSON §
This lease is made and executed on March , 2018, by and between
THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, a municipal corporation organized under the laws of the State
of Texas, located and domiciled in Jefferson County, Texas, herein referred to as "Lessor,"
and SOME OTHER PLACE, INC., a non-profit corporation organized under the laws of the
State of Texas, having its principal place of business in the City of Beaumont, County of
Jefferson, State of Texas, herein referred to as "Lessee."
as follows:
In consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, the parties agree
Lessor leases to Lessee the premises described in Exhibit "A," attached
hereto and made a part hereof.
The term of this lease is twenty (20) years, beginning April 1, 2018 and
terminating at twelve o'clock (12:00) p.m. on the day before the twentieth (20th)
anniversary date.
Lessee is hereby granted an option to renew this lease for an additional term
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EXHIBIT "A"
of twenty (20) years under the same terms and conditions. This option will be exercised by
written notice given to the Lessor at least 180 days prior to the end of the initial twenty (20)
yearterm.
The total rent under this lease is Ten Thousand Five Hundred Dollars
($10,500), which will be paid as follows: One Thousand Dollars ($1,000) upon execution of
this lease and Five Hundred Dollars ($500) per year for the remaining nineteen (19) years
of the lease. Lease payments are due on or before May 1 of each year.
IV.
Lessee has constructed a building on the premises suitable for use as a
social services building. The building is approximately 7,000 square feet. Lessee will
obtain broad form fire and extended coverage insurance on the building and provide
Lessor with a copy of such insurance policy. The building is to be considered a fixture to
the land and is the property of the Lessor.
V.
The premises are to be used for the purpose of operating a nonprofit social
services agency. Lessee shall restrict its use to such purposes and shall not use or permit
the use of the premises for any other purpose without the written consent of Lessor or
Lessor's authorized agent. Race, creed, religion, sex or national origin shall not be used
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by Lessee as a basis for either accepting or rejecting persons for assistance. Lessee must
conduct its business on the premises in a safe and sanitary manner at all times.
VI.
Lessee shall not use the premises in any manner that will increase risks
covered by insurance on the premises and result in an increase in the rate of insurance or
a cancellation of any insurance policy, even if such use may be in furtherance of Lessee's
business purposes. Lessee shall not keep, use or sell anything prohibited by any policy of
fire insurance covering the premises, and shall comply with all requirements of the insurers
applicable to the premises necessary to keep in force the fire and liability insurance.
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Lessee shall not allow any waste or nuisance on the premises, or use or
allow the premises to be used for any unlawful purpose.
VIII.
Lessee shall arrange and pay for all utilities furnished to the premises for the
term of this lease, including electricity, gas, water, sewer and telephone services.
IX.
Lessee shall, at all times during the lease and it its own cost and expense,
repair, replace, and maintain in a good, safe, and substantial condition, all buildings and
any improvements, additions, and alterations thereto, on the demised premises, and shall
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use all reasonable precaution to prevent waste, damage, or injury to the demised
premises.
X.
Lessor shall not be liable for liability or damage claims for injury or death to
persons or property from any cause relating to the occupancy of the premises by Lessee,
including those arising out of damages or losses occurring on sidewalks and other areas
adjacent to the leased premises during the term of this lease or any extension thereof. The
Lessee agrees to indemnify and save harmless Lessor from any and all claims, causes of
action, and damages of every kind, for injury to or death of any person and damages to
property arising out of the occupancy and use of the premises or the operations embraced
by this lease, and including acts or omissions of the Lessor in connection therewith.
Lessee shall carry Public Liability and Property Damages Insurance covering
operations hazards (and including the Lessee's obligations under the indemnification
provision contained in Paragraph X) with a company acceptable to City with City as a
named insured in the sums of One Hundred Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($100,000.00)
per individual, Three Hundred Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($300,000.00) per
occurrence, and Fifty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($50,000.00) property damage.
Lessee shall further, at its own cost, maintain an umbrella or disaster type secondary
excess insurance coverage of not less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000); provided,
however, should Lessor determine at any time during the term of this agreement that the
above coverage is inadequate, it shall notify Lessee in writing to increase the amount of
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such insurance so the same shall be adequate. The failure of Lessee to obtain said
additional insurance within thirty (30) days of Lessor's request shall constitute a breach of
this lease. A copy of the original policy shall be filed with the City Clerk of City.
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Lessee shall not assign or sublease the premises or any right or privilege
connected therewith without first obtaining the written consent of Lessor.
The appointment of a receiver to take possession of the assets of Lessee, a
general assignment for the benefit of the creditors of Lessee, any action taken or allowed
to be taken by Lessee under any bankruptcy act, or the failure of Lessee to comply with
each and every term and condition of this lease shall constitute a breach of this lease. If
Lessee fails to operate as a nonprofit social service agency, it shall constitute a breach and
a default. Lessee shall have thirty (30) days after receipt of written notice from Lessor of
any breach to correct the conditions specified in the notice.
XIV.
Lessor shall have the following remedy in addition to its other rights and
remedies in the event Lessee breaches this lease agreement:
Lessor shall have the right to terminate this lease on fifteen (15) day's written
notice to Lessee of any matter constituting a default or breach of this lease.
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All improvements constructed by Lessee on the leased premises shall
become the property of Lessor upon the termination of the lease for any reason.
XV.
If Lessor files an action to enforce any agreement contained in this lease, or
for breach of any covenant or condition, Lessee shall pay Lessor reasonable attorney's
fees for the services of Lessor's attorney in the action, all fees to be fixed by the court.
XVI.
Eminent domain proceedings resulting in the condemnation of a part of the
premises leased herein, but leaving the remaining premises usable by Lessee for the
purposes of its business, will not terminate this lease unless Lessor, at its option,
terminates the lease by giving written notice of termination to Lessee. The effect of any
condemnation, where the option to terminate is not exercised, will be to terminate the lease
as to the portion of the premises condemned, and the lease of the remainder of the
demised premises shall remain intact. Lessee hereby assigns and transfers to Lessor any
claim he may have to compensation for damages as a result of any condemnation.
day of
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this lease this the
.2018.
CITY OF BEAUMONT
Kyle Hayes
ATTEST: City Manager
Tina Broussard
City Clerk
ATTEST:
(Name)
SOME OTHER PLACE, INC.
Paula O'Neil
Executive Director
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BEAUMONT
TEXAS
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Chris Boone. Planning & Community Development Director
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2018
REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to
enter into a contract with Legacy Community Development
Corporation.
BACKGROUND
The City of Beaumont receives an annual allocation of IIOME Investment Partnerships Program
funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The City
received $ 365,867 in 2017.
Legacy Community Development Corporation (Legacy CDC), a certified CHDO, is seeking to
stabilize neighborhoods by providing homeownership opportunities for low to moderate income
families. Legacy is requesting $130,000 for acquisition and rehabilitation of at least one
housing unit to be sold to an eligible low to moderate income family. Any and all income
received by Legacy for any properties must be used toward furthering the organization's
affordable housing activities. Housing Division staff will be responsible for monitoring Legacy
for HOME Program compliance.
FUNDING SOURCE
2017 HOME Program.
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of the resolution.
LEGACY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORP.
700 NORTH STREET, SUITE D
BEAUMONT, TEXAS 77701
Phone 409-832-2723 Fax 409-291-4259
City of Beaumont
Joann Patillo
801 Main Street
Beaumont Texas 77701
Dear Joann:
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'L-, L GP E N - I D i P
COMMUNITY
I am writing to request 2017 HOME funds in the amount of $130,000. The funds will be used to purchase/rehab up to
two (2) affordable units. We currently have over fifty (SO) applicants on our waiting list for houses in the city of
Beaumont
it regards,
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the City Manager be and he is hereby authorized to execute a contract with
Legacy Community Development Corporation (Legacy CDC) in the amount of
$130,000.00 for the acquisition, rehabilitation and related expenses of one (1) home
that would be used for affordable housing for sale or lease/purchase to eligible low -to -
moderate income families. These funds are to be allocated from the 2017 HOME
Program.
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in
strict compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter
551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 13th day of
February, 2018.
- Mayor Becky Ames -
BEAUMONT
TEXAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 13, 2018 1:30 P.M.
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
* Invocation Pledge Roll Call
* Presentations and Recognition
* Public Comment: Persons may speak on scheduled agenda item 1 /Consent
Agenda
* Consent Agenda
GENERAL BUSINESS
Consider a resolution acknowledging that Beaumont has more than twice the state
average of units per capita supported by Tax Credits or private activity bonds and
authorizes the developer to submit an application to the Texas Department of
Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) for a proposed Housing Tax Credit
(HTC) project known as St. Helena Square Apartments, located at 2020
Cottonwood, as well as approving a Concerted Revitalization Plan for the area
surrounding the development and offering expressed support for the project and a
Commitment of Development Funding by the City
WORK SESSION
COMMENTS
Review and discuss the condition of the former Tyrrell Park Community Center
Public Comment (Persons are limited to 3 minutes)
Councilmembers/City Manager comment on various matters
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Consider matters related to contemplated or pending litigation in accordance with
Section 551.071 of the Government Code:
City of Beaumont vs. APAC-Texas, Inc.; Cause No. A-201103
In Re: OldCastle Materials Texas, Inc. D/B/A Gulf Coast; Cause No. E-200934
Freedom From Religion Foundation
Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or
services are requested to contact Kaltrina Minick at 880-3777.
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February 13, 2018
Consider a resolution acknowledging that Beaumont has more than twice the state average of units
per capita supported by Tax Credits or private activity bonds and authorizes the developer to
submit an application to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) for
a proposed Housing Tax Credit (HTC) project known as St. Helena Square Apartments, located at
2020 Cottonwood, as well as approving a Concerted Revitalization Plan for the area surrounding
the development and offering expressed support for the project and a Commitment of
Development Funding by the City
BEAUMONT
TEXAS
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
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PREPARED BY: Chris Boone, Planning & Community Development Director
MEETING DATE: February 13.2018
REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a resolution acknowledging that Beaumont has
more than twice the state average of units per capita supported by
Tax Credits or private activity bonds and authorizes the developer
to submit an application to the Texas Department of Housing and
Community Affairs (TDHCA) for a proposed Housing Tax Credit
(HTC) project known as St. Helena Square Apartments, located at
2020 Cottonwood, as well as approving a Concerted Revitalization
Plan for the area surrounding the development and offering
expressed support for the project and a Commitment of
Development Funding by the City.
BACKGROUND
The Golden Triangle Redevelopment Corporation, a corporation established by the Beaumont
Housing Authority (BHA) is requesting authorization to submit an application to the Texas
Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDI ICA) for use of Housing Tax Credit (HTC)
funds for the construction of a one hundred (100) unit housing development located at 2020
Cottonwood.
Currently, Beaumont has more than twice the state average of housing units supported by Tax
Credits or private activity bonds per capita. As such, additional subsidized units could not be
considered for this program by TDI ICA unless the City acknowledges that Beaumont has more
than twice the state average of subsidized housing units per capita and offers support for the
project, as provided for in § 11.3(c) and § 11.9(d) of the Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) and as
required by §2306.6703(A)(4) of the Texas Administrative Code.
In addition, the Beaumont Housing Authority is requesting approval of the "North End
Concerted Revitalization Plan." This plan (attached) outlines past, present and future initiatives,
including the implementation of the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone in this area as well as
significant infrastructure investment and includes a ``North End Revitalization Strategies"
document developed by Texas A&M in 2008. By being located within this Plan's area as well
as the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone, the project should gain additional points during the
evaluation process.
In addition, applications that receive a Commitment of Development hunding in the amount of at
least $500 in the form ofa, loan, grant or reduced fees will receive additional consideration by
TDI ICA, as provided for in S 11.9(d) of the Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP). As this project
would be located in the recently expanded Neighborhood Empowerment `Lone, a building fee
waiver could be offered to meet this requirement.
FUNDING SOURCE
Not applicable.
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of the resolution.
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF BEAUMONT:
WHEREAS, the Golden Triangle Redevelopment Corporation, a Public Facilities Corporation
established by the Housing Authority of the City of Beaumont, has proposed a development for
affordable rental housing at 2020 Cottonwood, named St. Helena Square Apartments in the City
of Beaumont, County of Jefferson, Texas and
WHEREAS, the Golden Triangle Redevelopment Corporation has advised that it intends to submit
application #18003 to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) for
2018 Housing Tax Credits or Private Activity Bonds for St. Helena Square Apartments,
It is hereby
RESOLVED, that the City of Beaumont will commit to provide up to $ 501 in in-kind
contributions for the development of St. Helena Square Apartments, which may be in the form of
fee waivers, infrastructure improvements or other in-kind contributions deemed beneficial to the
City for future development. Specific in-kind contributions will be determined at a later date.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Beaumont has considered the revitalization needs of the
North End and approves the Concerted Revitalization Plan for the designated area (attached as
Exhibit One).
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the construction of St. Helena Square Apartments will enable the
City and the Housing Authority of the City of Beaumont to implement the Concerted Revitalization
Plan for the North End that meets the specified objectives of the HOPE VI Revitalization Plan,
Texas A&M University Plan, City Consolidated Plan and other applicable adopted City plans.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that St. Helena Square Apartments application for 2018 Low Income
Housing Tax Credits contributes most significantly to the concerted revitalization efforts in the
designated area.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that as provided for in §11.3(c) of the TDHCA Qualified Allocation Plan,
it is expressly acknowledged and confirmed that the City of Beaumont has more than twice the
state average of units per capita supported by Housing Tax Credits or Private Activity Bonds,
and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Beaumont hereby supports the proposed new St.
Helena Square development, and confirms that its governing body has voted specifically to
approve the construction of the development and to authorize an allocation of Housing Tax
Credits for this development pursuant to Tex. Gov't Code §2306.6703(a)(4), and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Beaumont, TX, acting through its governing body,
hereby confirms that it is exclusively supporting in the TDHCA 2018 Competitive Tax Credit
Application Cycle in the At -Risk Funding Pool, the proposed St. Helena Square to be located at
2020 Cottonwood, Beaumont, Texas 77703 with the TDHCA Application number of #18003 and
that this formal action has been taken to put on record the opinion expressed by the City of
Beaumont, TX at its regularly scheduled Council Meeting on February 6, 2018, at which a
quorum was present; and
FURTHER RESOLVED that for and on behalf of the Governing Body, Mayor Becky Ames is
hereby authorized, empowered, and directed to certify these resolutions to the Texas Department
of Housing and Community Affairs.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the day of February, 2018.
-Mayor Becky Ames -
BEAUMONT
TEXAS
HOUSING AUTHORITY
of the City of Beaumont, Texas
City of Beaumont
North End Concerted
Revitalization Plan
Approved by the Beaumont City Council
February 13, 2018
City of Beaumont North End Concerted Revitalization Plan
Executive Summary
The North End was a once vibrant and thriving arca of Beaumont. featuring numerous businesses
and stable residential neighborhoods. In recent decades. the neighborhood has been severely
impacted by commercial blight and the flight of families to other areas of the city. This was
exacerbated when the city was hit by Hurricane Rita in 2005, Hurricane Ike in 2008 and most
recently, Hurricane I larvey in 2017. Those traveling through the neighborhood can still see the
damage that the storms left behind. signified by blue roofs and damaged homes.
In 2006. after Hurricane Rita. the City ofBeaumont partnered with the I Iousing Authority ofthe
Otti of Beaumont (BHA) to redevelop the North End through the IIOPE VI Revitalization
Program. That partnership has continued its revitalization of the North land through additional
post -HOPE VI investment, documented in the City of Beaumont Consolidated Plan, annual
Action Plans and other applicable adopted City plans.
These plans were developed through an active citizen participation process. In developing the
MOPE VI Revitalization Plan. BHA consulted with local public housing residents. surrounding
businesses, churches. community leaders and governmental officials. In addition. BHA
consulted with students from Texas A&M University's Urban Development Masters Program to
meet with North End residents to develop a "vision' for how they would like their neighborhood
to be revitalized (See Attachment 1, North End Revitalization Strategies)
The City followed a similar process in developing their- Consolidated and Action Plans, by
inviting persons to a series of meetings held at various locations throughout the city. Citizens
were encouraged to comment either orally. or by completing Citizen Participation forms.
The City to date has committed millions of dol lars to this effort (See Attachment 2, City Letter
Dated June 19, 2006).
Considerations in IdentifyinlZ the Area for Investment
"hhe North End was identified as a prime target for investment based upon the following factors:
• Long Term Disinvestment — Flooding from 1 lurricanes Rita, Ike and Ilarvey have
highlighted inadequate drainage, as well as the need for removal of homes from the flood
plain that is on the eastern border of the Empowerment Zone. along Pine Street. There
are heavily traveled roads in the targeted zone that serve as main arteries for those
traveling from I-10 or Hwy 69 to the commercial hub of Beaumont located in the Dowlen
Road area. including Concord Road. Magnolia Avenue and East Lucas Drive.
• Blight —There is noticeable blight throughout the neighborhood, highlighted by `'blue
roofs" from previous storm damage. Many of the single-family homes in the area are
over 50 years old, and deferred maintenance is noticeable.
Lack of Commercial Development —'hhe North End saw some major retail centers
leave for other parts of the city, including I I -E -B.
Empowerment Zone
In an effort to increase investment and opportunity in the North End. the City of Beaumont has
designated the neighborhood as an Empowerment Zone. (See Attachment 3, Empo►verment
Zone map)
The Empowerment Zone provides the following incentives to interested investors:
• Building Fee Waivers This program affords property owners an exemption from
planning and building fees associated with new construction or renovation and occupancy
of eligible facilities within the targeted area
• Expedited Permit Review -- To facilitate redevelopment within the Empowerment Zone,
the City will assist applicants through the planning and permit review process in an
expedited manner.
• Lien Waivers — In order to render properties within the Empowerment Zone more
marketable, this program affords property owners a release of liens attached as a result of
demolition or expenditures associated with other code violations. Release of such liens
would only be allowed in conjunction with new construction or renovation of eligible
property within the target area.
• Construction Tax Abatement This program is an economic development tool
designed to provide incentives for the new construction or renovation of single family
homes, offices, retail, restaurant and multi -family residential facilities within the
Empowerment Zone. The program is intended to contribute to area development by
attracting additional capital and human investment to the area as well as additional
residents to support economic development activities. Authorized facilities may be
granted a municipal tax abatement on all or a portion of the increased taxable value of
eligible property over the base year value for three years.
Efforts to Address Lon14 Term Disinvestment
Attachment 4 photos documents evidence of long terin disinvestment, including significant
residential and commercial blight and declining quality of life for area residents.
Various entities in the City of Beaumont have collaborated to address these issues in recent
years.
North End projects completed by the City of Beaumont include:
• Concord Road Project - $9.8 million — street widening, installation of new sewer and
water drains, new sidewalks and new street lights
• Delaware Street Project - $6 million — new under -street drains, new street, curbs and
gutters
• East Lucas Street Project - $174.000 — asphalt improvements, installation of pedestrian
crossing
• Elmo Willard Public Library Project - $695.000 construction of new public library
• Fire Station No. 2 - $3.1 million — construction of a new fire station
• Magnolia Park Improvements - $175,000 — construction of water park and pavilions
• Magnolia Street Improvements - $9.6 million improvements to the water and sewer
systems, capital improvements on street
• Brakes Bayou Project - $844,000 improvements to relieve pressure on the storm
sewer system
• Single Family Home Rehabilitation - $150,000 — CDBG and HOME funds committed
to rehabilitate single family homes in the North End
In addition to the City's investment in the North End, other projects completed to date include:
• HOPE VI Project - $56 million — the Housing Authority of the City of Beaumont built
318 affordable rental units in the North End through the HOPE VI program. In addition,
they completed an 87 lot subdivision for affordable homeownership opportunities, and
construction of the Gloria Ramirez Neighborhood Resource Center, a center that features
social and supportive services available to the entire North End community. This project
was completed in 201 L
• The Crossing - $16.3 million — the Housing Authority of the City of Beaumont
demolished Lucas Gardens, an aging 56 unit public housing property, and constructed
The Crossing, a 150 unit mixed finance senior living property. This project was
completed in 2011.
• Drainage Improvements - $16.5 million —,Jefferson County Drainage District #6
completely overhauled the drainage infrastructure in the North End community.
• New Schools - $17.4 million — Beaumont ISD completed a $390 million bond program
that funded complete upgrades to all of the schools and facilities throughout the district.
The elementary school that served the North End was torn down and reconstructed and
renamed Mae E. Jones -Clark Elementary. The neighborhood is zoned to two local
magnet schools that were also rehabilitated, W.R. Smith Science and Medical
Technology Middle School, and Central Medical Magnet High School.
• Commercial Development — new commercial developments include
o Family Dollar at Magnolia. Gill
o Dollar General at Gulf tzi Caldwell
o Jack in the Box at MLK ,c I-10
o Dollar General at East Lucas ai) Idylwood
o New Convenience store at MLKc)i I-10
o New retail shopping center at Concord �a,) Delaware
o New retail shopping center at East Lucas
o New restaurant at Concord @ Detroit
o New restaurant at Magnolia @ Gill
• Habitat for Humanity — new homes constructed in the North End
Partners have committed to future investment in the North End through the following activities:
• City of Beaumont: The City has the following resources in the North End.
o Beaumont Municipal Transit System BMT currently has three routes
dedicated to taking residents from the targeted North End community to other
areas of the city. See Attachment 5, Municipal Transit Maps.
o Sterling Pruitt Recreation Center — this facility hosts many recreational
activities for youth and adults and serves as the headquarters for the city's
Recreation division. There is no fee or membership requirement to use the
facility. Amenities include an aerobics room, two full basketball courts, a pool
table room, tennis courts, volleyball courts, a weight and exercise room, and an
Olympic size swimming pool.
o Summer Lunch Program - The Parks and Recreation Department sponsors a
summer food program each summer in conjunction with the Texas State
Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Division. The program offers a
free lunch to children 18 years of age and younger, who during the summer
months might not otherwise get a balanced meal. The meals are free and there is
no registration, kids just need to show up at a site near them, which includes two
locations within the targeted neighborhood revitalization area.
o Summer Youth Program - The Learn and Grow at Day Camp at the Sterling
Pruitt Recreation Center is for youth ages 5 11. The summer camp
includes basketball, football, soccer, table games, arts and crafts, field trips,
foreign language instruction, and business classes.
o Down payment Assistance Program — using HOME funds. the City of
Beaumont provides up to $14.999 in downpayment assistance to first time
homebuyers.
o Housing Rehabilitation Assistance — using CDBG and I IOMF funds, the City
provides owner occupied housing rehabilitation assistance to homeowners who
need assistance with repairs.
• Regent I1: 111 IA has secured a developer to construct 86 single family homes for
affordable homeownership opportunities. Construction will begin in the summer of
2018, and will bring over $11 million dollars in investment to the North Ind.
• Concord Homes: 131 IA is seeking funding to demolish Concord I Tomes. a 100 unit
public housing property damaged by I Iurricane Ike. and rebuild on the same footprint a
mixture of 49 public housing units and 51 affordable units. to be renamed St. Helena
Square. This is an $18 million -dollar project, with construction anticipated to begin in
the fall of 2018.
• Gloria Ramirez Neighborhood Resource Center: A network of over 50 social and
supportive service agencies provide regular workshops and events at this location,
including the following:
o Region 5 Education Center: Provides free instructor guided GED. adult literacy
and ESL classes twice a week
o Goodwill Industries: Provides free job training, computer- literacy and job
development services
o Lamar University: Provides the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program.
Which gives free tax preparation services to low and moderate -income families.
Also provides a STEM Program for youth to encourage interest in science and
math fields.
o Legacy Community Health: Provides basic free patient education programs,
family planning counseling. immunizations and health screenings. including STD
screening, glucose monitoring. blood pressure and cholesterol checks.
o MobilOil Federal Credit Union: Provides quarterly financial planning courses
through the *'Stuart Change' program. Topics covered include credit
management. budgeting. identity theft prevention and consumer education.
Continued Planning for the North End
In addition to the future improvements identified above. the City will continue to look for
opportunities to continue the revitalization of the North End. This Concerted Revitalization
Plan will remain in effect through December 31, 2022.
RESOLUTION NO.
WHEREAS, the Golden Triangle Redevelopment Corporation, a Public Facilities
Corporation established by the Beaumont Housing Authority, has proposed a
development for affordable rental housing at 2020 Cottonwood, named St. Helena
Square Apartments in the City of Beaumont, County of Jefferson, Texas; and,
WHEREAS, the Golden Triangle Redevelopment Corporation has advised that it
intends to submit application #18003 to the Texas Department of Housing and
Community Affairs (TDHCA) for 2018 Housing Tax Credits or Private Activity Bonds for
St. Helena Square Apartments;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the statements and findings set out in the preamble to this resolution are hereby,
in all things, approved and adopted; and,
SECTION 1. The City of Beaumont will commit to provide up to $501 in in-kind
contributions for the development of St. Helena Square Apartments, which may be in
the form of fee waivers, infrastructure improvements or other in-kind contributions
deemed beneficial to the City for future development. Specific in-kind contributions will
be determined at a later date.
SECTION 2. The City of Beaumont has considered the revitalization needs of the
North End and approves the Concerted Revitalization Plan for the designated area
(attached as Exhibit One).
SECTION 3. The construction of St. Helena Square Apartments will enable the
City and the Housing Authority of the City of Beaumont to implement the Concerted
Revitalization Plan for the North End that meets the specified objectives of the HOPE VI
Revitalization Plan, Texas A&M University Plan, City Consolidated Plan and other
applicable adopted City plans.
SECTION 4. St. Helena Square Apartments application for 2018 Low Income
Housing Tax Credits contributes most significantly to the concerted revitalization efforts
in the designated area.
SECTION 5. As provided for in §11.3(c) of the TDHCA Qualified Allocation Plan,
it is expressly acknowledged and confirmed that the City of Beaumont has more than
twice the state average of units per capita supported by Housing Tax Credits or Private
Activity Bonds.
SECTION 6. The City of Beaumont hereby supports the proposed new St.
Helena Square development, and confirms that its governing body has voted
specifically to approve the construction of the development and to authorize an
allocation of Housing Tax Credits for this development pursuant to Tex. Gov't Code
§2306.6703(a)(4).
SECTION 7. The City of Beaumont, TX, acting through its governing body,
hereby confirms that it is exclusively supporting in the TDHCA 2018 Competitive Tax
Credit Application Cycle in the At -Risk Funding Pool, the proposed St. Helena Square to
be located at 2020 Cottonwood, Beaumont, Texas 77703 with the TDHCA Application
number of #18003 and that this formal action has been taken to put on record the
opinion expressed by the City of Beaumont, TX at its regularly scheduled Council
Meeting on February 13, 2018, at which a quorum was present.
SECTION 8. For and on behalf of the Governing Body, Mayor Becky Ames is
hereby authorized, empowered, and directed to certify this resolution to the Texas
Department of Housing and Community Affairs.
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in
strict compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter
551.
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Land Banks are oftentimes created in areas where:
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Community Gardens
The simple act of planting a garden can create positive environmental, economic,
and social impacts on a neighborhood.
• Transform empty lots into green, living spaces
• Residents share in both the maintenance and rewards
• Acts a catalyst for community development and increasing social capital
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CITIZEN EMPOWERMENT
What is Citizen Empowerment?
1. Bridging the communication gap
2. Finding innovative solutions to
challenges
3. Developing respect from others by
actions
Everything is achieved by the citizens
CITIZEN EMPOWERMENT
How to organize?
• Creation of Citizen Council Residents
• 6 members voted in by North End
residents
• Each member will:
• Represent a specific area in the
North End
• Represent a specific topic:
• Events
• Volunteer activities
• Neighborhood Watch
Beaumont
CITIZEN EMPOWERMENT
What is their role?
• Act as an "information hub" to the
city and throughout the
neighborhood
• Aim to make the neighborhood safe
and improve character
• Promote successful social activity
• Create opportunities for all
residents to participate
CITIZEN EMPOWERMENT
What will they do?
• Organize one social event a year to be
held in the neighborhood
• Coordinate volunteer activities
• Coordinate with CDC and BHA for social
services outreach
• Partner with the city:
• For future funding opportunities
• For development of educational and
training programs
CITIZEN EMPOWERMENT
Neighborhood Watch
Maximize opportunities with existing programs
•Citizens on Patrol (COP)
• Training and resources for volunteers
• Awards banquet honors top patrollers
• Active neighborhood associations are key
• Citizens Police Academy
Training in various areas of law enforcement
• Additional community opportunities available
lift,
CITIZEN EMPOWERMENT
Neighborhood Watch
Citizen Council as a successful link
• Members hold regular meetings with COP
volunteers
• Partner with City to sponsor cleanups
• Sponsor an event to involve:
• Law enforcement
• Parents
• Teens/ kids
• Seniors
• Distribute crime prevention materials in
different languages
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Source: National Crime Prevention Council
CITIZEN EMPOWERMENT
Find a Mentor
• Programs for children
— BISD, Boys & Girls Club, Parks & Rec Dept., Big Brothers/
Big Sisters, Churches
• Match the child or teenager with a mentor
— Builds youth's confidence
— Creates support networks outside nuclear family
CITIZEN EMPOWERMENT
Next Steps
• 1st step: Create a Citizen
Council (within one
month)
— Find out what the residents
want
2ndstep: Goal setting
(within two months)
CITIZEN EMPOWERMENT
Next Steps
• 3,d step: Work on the
neighborhood 1St (within six
months)
— Organize the calendar of events
— Brainstorm on what the events will be
— Reestablish social groups
— Find out what events the groups are
interested in
— Consult the active groups on how to
plan events
— Establish which communication
strategies work
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Next Steps
4t" step: Work with the city
(after six months)
—Partnership with the city to
find funding f
— Bridge the communication
gap with the city
— Make plans with the city on
future projects
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"Organize your concerns into a plan of action..."
These recommendations are a part of the plan to revitalize the North
End, combining policies and design strategies with neighborhood
involvement. The strength of the North End community is its active
residents and building on the strength is the first place to start.
Determining who those active residents are, and organizing with other
stakeholders is the first step to addressing your concerns and formalizing
a plan of action to meet those needs.
PRODUCED BY:
Texas A&M University at College Station
Department of landscape Architecture & Urban Planning
Masters In Urban Planning Program
Spring 2008
Dr. Elise M. Bright - Professor
June Martin, Assistant Director for CHUD
Text: Nicole Adair
Graphics / Design: Nitin Worrier
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June 19, 2006 City of Beaumont
Mr. Robert Reyna
Executive Director
Housing Authority of the City of Beaumont
1890 Laurel,
Beaumont, TX 77701
Re: Magnolia Gardens HOPE VI Application
Dear Mr. Reyna:
The City of Beaumont is committed to the transformation of the North End area of the
city. We are enthusiastic about the opportunity to work in partnership with the Housing
Authority of the City of Beaumont (HACB) to accomplish the revitalization of this area.
The HOPE VI revitalization plan for the Magnolia Gardens public housing project, which
was developed based on input from the community, including residents and stakeholders,
is an important step toward this goal. This plan involves development of homeownership
and rental units on the Fairgrounds site and redevelopment of the Magnolia Gardens
public housing site. The planned developments will help address a shortage of affordable
and market rate housing that the community has been experiencing, which was
exacerbated by Hurricane Rita, in September 2005. We note that the plans for these sites
are consistent with the City's plans.
Over the past five years, the City, in anticipation of revitalization of the North End
(including redevelopment of Magnolia Gardens and development on the Fairground site)
has undertaken improvements in the neighborhood totaling $13,870,000. The work
undertaken included: (i) major capital improvement of Concord Road, which included
street widening, installation of new sewer and water drains, new side walks and new
street lights at a total cost of $3,500,000; (ii) major capital improvement of Delaware
Street, which involved new under -street drains, new street, curbs and gutters at a cost of
$8,500,000; (iii) construction of Elmo Willard Public Library at a cost of $1,695,000; (iv)
and addition of a water spray device and pavilions at the Magnolia Park (adjacent to the
Fairground site) at a cost of $175,000.
In the future, we will continue to support redevelopment of the North End. In the period
from 2006 to 2011, we intend to undertake several projects that will enhance the HOPE
VI revitalization plan. These include: (i) major capital improvement of Magnolia Street
(the street bordering the Magnolia Gardens property) from Liberty to East Lucas
estimated at a cost of $10,500,000, (ii) improvement of Brakes Bayou to relieve the
pressure on the storm sewer system at an estimated cost of $1,150,000; (iii)
improvements to the water and sewer systems running along Magnolia Street, at an
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estimated cost of $1,300,000; (iv) major capital improvement on Pine Street from 1H-10
to Crockett Street, at an estimated cost of $3,600,000; (v) major capital improvements to
Concord Road from East Lucas to Highway 105 at an estimated cost of $11, 500,000 and
(vi) an anticipated contribution of approximately $150,000 in grant funds for
rehabilitation of homes in the North End. We estimate that our planned investment in the
neighborhood for these programs and projects will be approximately $28,200,000.
The City plans to continue infrastructure improvements in the North End area, especially
if HACB is awarded the HOPE VI Grant. Improvements may include participation
towards new streets, sidewalks, lighting, curbs and gutters directly adjacent to or within
the footprint of the project site.
Additionally, the City's Fiscal Year 2006 Capital Improvement Program includes the
Magnolia Street Project. Approximately $2,400,000 of the total estimated cost of this
$11,800,000 project will have a direct impact on the Magnolia and Fair Park properties.
The proposed work on Magnolia includes reconstructing the street, sidewalks, lighting
and curb and gutter improvements.
The City will work closely with the Housing Authority of the City of Beaumont, public
officials and other stakeholders to make our vision of a revitalized North End a reality.
We are eager to work with you on this project and encourage you to forward this letter to
the Department of Housing and Urban Development as demonstration of our strong
support for your application. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
Kyle Hayes
City Manager
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bus, please insert either the proper ash fare, pass, smart card, or ride ticket into the fare box. Change
for cash fares will be returned to the passenger in the form of a change card. The change
card can be used to pay for future fares on the transit system. If you need a transfer to complete your
trip, ask the driver for one at this time. Take a seat and enjoy your ride. When you are ready to get
off, pull the cord or press the touch strip (depending upon the model of bus) about a block prior to
your destination. When the bus stops, please exit via the rear door.
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To use the BMT Route and Schedule Guide, just determine where you are located (origin) on the
system map, then find where you want to go (destination). Look at the BMT bus routes near where
you are and near where you want to go and select one that serves both your origin and destination.
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coded schedule for that route, look at the time points across the top of the schedule. To judge the
time that the bus will come to a stop near you, check the times for the time points just before and
after your stop. Follow the same procedure to figure out what time you will arrive at your destination.
if you need further assistance in using the Route and Schedule Guide, call the BMT information
number. 835-7895.
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reading the number and route name on the electronic sign above the windshield. As you board the
bus, please insert either the proper cash fare, pass, smart card, or ride ticket into the fare box. Change
for cash fares will be returned to the passenger in the form of a change card. The change
card can be used to pay for future fares on the transit system. If you need a transfer to complete your
trip, ask the driver for one at this time. Take a seat and enjoy your ride. When you are ready to get
off, pull the cord or press the touch strip (depending upon the model of bus) about a block prior to
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WORK SESSION
* Review and discuss the condition of the
former Tyrrell Park Community Center